Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - the alleged conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
'Substantiated': The alleged conduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - CCRB has fully investigated but could not affirmatively conclude both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Palomini v. The City of New York et al
Case # 11CV07004,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$5,000 Settlement
First Amended Complaint,
Stipulation
Description: Defendant Officers approached, accosted, and arrested Plaintiff. Criminal charges (unspecified in complaint) were filed against Plaintiff and eventually dismissed.